✅ Installation of radio Kalina 2 station wagon

Having mastered the production of the Lada Granta in the liftback body, VAZ began supplying a standard radio (not touchscreen) in the Norma+ car configurations. Let us immediately note that the radio tape recorders intended for Kalina-2 and Granta look the same, but their mounting is different, so these devices are not interchangeable. Looking ahead, let's say that a review made by the owner of a car with a similar radio is presented on video. Now let’s talk about what exactly VAZ is offering today to owners of Kalin and Grant in the Norma+ configuration.

Technical characteristics of the radio

Kalina's standard audio system

Technical characteristics of the standard radio in the Kalina “Lux” configuration:

2DIN touch screen;
presence of stereophonic radio;
ability to play multimedia files;
ability to synchronize with a cell phone;
work with bluetooth.

Device development - WindowsCE 6.0. RAM - 128 MB. Fifth generation central processing chip. These characteristics cannot but please fans of AvtoVAZ products, because now the car has become much more pleasant to drive.

Radio tape recorder Kalina: technical characteristics in the “Norma” configuration differ from the “luxury” one in the absence of a touch screen, Bluetooth connection and synchronization with a cell phone. The size of the radio is 1DIN, removable panel. Some configurations have 4 speakers and an antenna. The radio receives wide range radio waves, can play discs of different formats, and work with USB drives and SD cards.

It is also good that cars with radios have passed all special tests before being released to the masses. They were tested at extremely low and extremely high temperatures, electromagnetic compatibility was checked with modeling of the radio interference spectrum.

Types of procedure

New generation Kalina with full audio kit

Depending on the vehicle's configuration, audio preparation may vary.

The “Standard” package involves connecting wires only to the head unit, that is, you can only install the radio. At first glance, it appears that there are no wires on the doors, as well as for the rear of the audio system. In fact, there are wires, but only on the driver's side door, and they are not routed outside. The car owner will have to complete the wiring for the speakers on the doors himself and run the wires for the rear of the audio system.

The “Norma” package includes preparation for installing the head part of the audio system, and the wires in the doors are already completely routed. In this case, the car owner will only have to independently connect the car radio and speakers and cut a hole in the doors.

The “Lux” package differs from the previous ones in that the car already has a pre-installed audio system: a standard head unit and speakers. The radio has built-in Bluetooth, a USB connector with the ability to read information from a flash drive, a 5-inch touch display and a linear output.

Rules for choosing an audio system

Before you begin installing the radio on Kalina, you should select it at a car dealership or hardware store. The choice should be approached carefully and carefully. And before going to the store, it is better to decide on your desires and capabilities.

When choosing a radio for your car, you should decide which music media will be used as the main one. This will help you save some money. If, for example, a car owner is sure that he will not need a CD or cassette player, then why should he overpay for a radio with these functions.

For those choosing CD players, there is one minor drawback that manufacturers are trying to combat - the loss of music fragments due to shaking during a trip. But progress does not stand still, and the mechanics are improving. The presence of ISO in the car and, accordingly, in the audio device will simplify the connection. The presence of a USB adapter will allow you to play music from various media.

Pioneer model range

When choosing a car radio, you should pay attention to the power ratings. They have a maximum and minimum threshold. Maximum power is rarely used, except in extreme situations. The choice should be made according to the rated power, that is, the one that is used most often. Manufacturers often indicate only maximum values on packages, so when choosing, you need to carefully study the instructions (passport), and not the box.

It is also worth paying attention to the control panel. It should be extremely simple and convenient, since it will most often be used while moving. Intricate designs can distract from the road. Convenient and understandable buttons and adjustable backlight brightness will only be beneficial. It is imperative to check the range of perceived frequencies. Since radio stations mainly broadcast in the range from 80 to 110 MHz, it is better that the tuner also has this range.

Pay attention to the number of outputs to the speakers and the resonant frequency, it should be lower.

Stages of dismantling the Kalina radio

Car owners do not always install a radio in an empty place. Often, before installing a new audio system, you have to dismantle the standard one. Many drivers are not satisfied with its quality and characteristics. In addition, according to reviews from car owners, the standard radio very quickly begins to “freeze”, “slow down” and “glitch”. That is why the owner of a Lada Kalina car first has to remove the existing audio system, and only then install a new one, chosen independently.

Stages of removing the original Kalina radio:

dismantle the top removable panel;
remove the plastic frame;
using the keys included with the standard radio, remove the system from the tunnel: insert the keys into the sides of the radio and pull it towards you;
disconnect the connectors with wires and the antenna.

You can install the radio with the help of specialists in a specialized center. But it’s realistic to do everything yourself, because there’s nothing complicated about it. The procedure takes no more than two hours, it all depends on skill and experience.

Car enthusiasts can give their stock radio another chance by tuning it. Reflashing the software settings will make the interface more convenient, the performance and service life of the device will increase.

Installation of an acoustic shelf

The acoustic shelf is becoming fashionable among Russian car enthusiasts. This is due to the fact that the place where it is installed is optimal for placing the rear speakers of the car audio system.

To mount a shelf, you need to acquire materials such as a sheet of plywood, glue, a jigsaw, a drill, metal scissors, vibroplast and carpet.

Wooden shelf for speakers

First, the body panel is prepared, for which purpose the expected placement of the columns of the chosen shape is marked on a sheet of plywood and the same one is cut out of metal in accordance with the dimensions of the old car shelf. Then holes for the speakers are cut out in the metal blank. Next, the acoustic shelf is covered with vibroplast.

The next step is to cut two shelves from sheets of plywood. In the top sheet, the holes for the columns are cut one and a half centimeters larger. Next, the sheets are glued together and, after preliminary fitting, the speakers of the audio system are attached to them using self-tapping screws. To more securely attach the shelf to the car body, you can treat its lower part with macroflex.

At the last stage of work, the acoustic shelf is covered with any suitable dense material. Another important point is preventing rear window fogging. For this purpose, the acoustic shelf is additionally equipped with several fans.

For those who do not want or cannot make such a design for their car themselves, an acoustic shelf is sold at any large car dealership.

Why is an acoustic shelf installed:

the sound quality of the speakers improves;
there is no plastic rattling or squeaking;
the sound becomes directional;
the ability to hide all the wires allows you to create a more attractive and neat look for the interior;
the acoustic shelf is more durable, which allows you to install speakers of any weight;
You can install a subwoofer.

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Nuances of installing an audio system

Dismantling of the standard audio system is completed

Without knowing all the intricacies of connecting the radio, it will be impossible to carry out the installation correctly, as a result this will lead to rapid discharge of the battery.

Connect the radio in parallel sequence with the red and yellow wires. This connection allows the system to be turned on and off only using a button on the panel of the device itself. Sometimes the radio circuit is specially designed so that the amplifier is powered in standby mode. Such a system consumes more energy, so the battery drains quickly.

What is the correct installation of a radio? To begin with, you should highlight 4 main wires, each of which has its own color and performs a specific function. The black wire goes to ground, the yellow one provides power to the memory and the audio system itself, the red one provides a signal to turn on the MMC, and the blue one turns on the antenna and other possible devices.

Before connecting, professionals recommend assembling a simple circuit that will allow you to connect the radio through the ignition, due to which the battery will be charged much longer. When working with wires and circuits, you will need to pinout the connector. This will make the circuit easier to work with and understand.

The circuit is assembled in the following order:

two diodes are soldered onto the board - VD1 and VD2;
the red wire is soldered to the VD1 anode;
another red wire is soldered to the cathode of VD1 and VD2;
both blue wires are connected to the VD2 anode.

The joints can be protected with special cambrics - this will avoid breakdowns.

Before connecting the circuit, you will have to remove the radio and the slide; it is not necessary to remove the console.

All wires must be connected in the correct order:

wire No. 1 is connected to the contact from the rear window heating button;
The 2nd wire is connected to the multimedia system;
wire No. 3 is soldered to blue, which is responsible for turning on the antenna;
The 4th wire is soldered to the blue antenna wire.

The previously assembled board can be secured inside the torpedo with a fixed tie. When connecting all contacts, only the soldering method, insulated with heat shrink, is used. Screwing of wires is excluded. Before starting work, be sure to disconnect the battery.

With this connection, the radio will turn on only when the ignition is turned on, but if it is turned off, it will continue to work until the driver turns it off. Restarting is possible when the car is started again.

Other possible contacts

You may also encounter other markings on the product, so it will be useful to know them:

AMP – contact responsible for turning on the power to the external amplifier;
DATA IN/OUT – data input/output;
LINE IN/OUT – linear input/output;
ACP+/- – bus lines (most often used in Ford cars);
AUDIO/R/L COM – common wire (ground), responsible for input/output for preamplifiers;
SEC IN – additional input;
ALARM – used to connect an alarm system (very often present in PIONEER radios);
D2B-/D2B+ - optical communication lines.

Second installation option

There is another way to connect the radio, which will ensure that it is turned on not through the ignition switch, but using a separate button.

First, you should buy a suitable button and a contact block with the wires intended for it at any auto store. All this is not very expensive and will require no more than one and a half hundred rubles. Moreover, it doesn’t matter what the button is if the owner does not need order on the console. It can be from the main beam, or with a different image, the main thing is that it fits under the connector for spare buttons, where the plug is located. The only point is that it is advisable to choose a button with an indicator.

What is MMC Kalina 2?

Depending on the selected vehicle configuration, the consumer receives MMC Kalina 2 with various options. At the time of choosing the necessary equipment, the future owner must carefully study this issue. It is possible to install a 2 din radio with or without a CD drive, touch screen. In the last few years, car owners have given preference to models with touch control mode.

Front speakers Kalina

There is audio preparation in the front doors, but on new Kalinas, in the standard configuration, there is no wiring in the front doors.

Set 13cm. Speakers in the front doors of Kalina can be installed in various ways. 1) Quick and easy installation, no need to remove door trim. Just attach the ring from the speaker to the door trim and circle it with a marker. Use a sharp knife to cut a hole in the upholstery. It is worth considering that the standard audio wires are short, so it is best to install the speakers in the viburnum door with the connectors facing down, otherwise the wiring may break when the glass is released.

2) Installation of speakers through spacers. This method, together with noise insulation, gives better sound quality. You will need to remove the door trim and attach the spacer rings from the kit (or make them from plywood) in the car door.

If you choose the second method, then it is recommended to consider 16cm. speakers. Depending on the model of speakers of this size, they can be installed without spacers and no modifications will be required, or you will have to cut the door iron or install spacers.

Benefits of new technologies

MMC Lada Kalina 2 is characterized by a simplified control system. Now all the necessary options can be obtained with 1-2 taps on the screen. The system is equipped with a more functional resistive screen. Unlike the standard Kalina radio with a capacitive version, the resistant screen has improved performance characteristics. The device is able to operate without failures in any temperature conditions.

Lada owners often complained that in sunny weather it became impossible to use the car radio. This is due to the numerous glares that make the characters on capacitive screens almost unreadable. The designers, when developing the second version of the radio, took this drawback into account.

If desired, the car owner can choose a model with a mini-visor that protects from glare.

The maximum display area of MMS Kalina 2 is 7 inches. Its operation is based on the Windows CE 6 operating system. The version developed specifically for radio tape recorders has characteristics close to optimal. It takes a few seconds to turn on the device. The amount of RAM ranges from 128 to 256 MB. Firmware for the Kalina 2 radio has significantly improved the technical capabilities of the equipment. Now they are as follows:

support for wav, wma, mp3 formats;
6 programmed shades of music playback;
the display of the Lada Kalina 2 radio shows information about the song and album during playback;
there is the ability to play video in wmv format;
the multimedia system supports maximum video resolution at 320*240 pixels;
it is possible to play video files of other formats, but for this you will have to use a convector;
availability of FM radio;
micro SD card support;
Lada radio firmware makes it possible to view images saved in bmp, gif, jpe, jpg, jpeg formats;
The maximum photo size is not limited, but if it exceeds 2 MB, then the Kalina multimedia firmware will open it from 2 to 10 seconds.

How to update the radio firmware to ver.38 (23.0.2.38)

Archive password: club-lada.rf

Features of assembly with altmenu:
The build is based on version 23.02.38.
Has built-in Russian localization.
Launching the altmenu without rebooting from the standard menu (by long pressing “Settings”).
Built-in driver for GPS receiver BU-353s4.
Initialize sound and time without the participation of the MMC.exe process.
Display of engine temperature and remaining fuel (provided the CAN bus is entered into the MMC).
Screen and sound settings.
There is a radio.
Support for radio buttons.

Firmware: Unpack the contents of the archive to the root of the SD card:

Next we proceed as described above. This assembly can work without an SD card, or you can delete the Install and Firmware_v38 folders. The Navigation folder must be present on SD or USB, it was created for navigation programs, for example, for Navitel you need to put Navitel in this folder.

Now all that remains is to install the navigation program, configure the GPS and GSM modem. In the comments, share your reviews of the firmware and links to them. By the way, do you know how to play most video formats on the standard radio?

Connecting external devices

Domestic developers made sure that their creation was maximally adapted to work with third-party devices. The 2 din radio allows the use of wireless hands free, mobile phones and external information sources.

In order not to overload the Lada with unnecessary wires and inputs, the connection between the radio and an external device occurs via the Bluetooth protocol. It is enough to set the necessary settings once for the system to remember them.

If you wish, you can download music from external media to the internal memory of the radio or listen directly from a flash drive or phone. If the second is selected, then the sound comes from the speakers installed in the car or wireless headphones. When it comes to connecting memory cards, they must be formatted in a certain way - FAT16/FAT32. The connection connector is located on the back side.

Repair and warranty service are as follows. If the installation of the radio in Kalina was carried out correctly, then once a year it is necessary to do a preventive examination at a service center.

If the service period has passed, then everything can be done at home. All wires must be carefully disconnected. Using a screwdriver, loosen the fastenings and remove the radio. Then it is delivered to the workshop, where the failed element is replaced.

Connecting the radio Kalina 2

When connecting the control input of a car radio, it is very important to determine which of the contacts on the block is power and which is control.

For non-standard car radios, carefully read the instructions; usually the radio adapter has a connector that allows you to swap the power-control pair. Make sure the connection is correct.

For a standard radio, bite off a thin jumper on the Kalina audio connector. In most cases, the thick wire that comes in is the power wire, and the thin wire is the control wire. Using an ammeter, measure the current in the power-control circuit when the radio is turned on. The current consumption on the control wire should not exceed several mA; if measurements show that the current is 200 mA or higher, then this contact is a power contact, in this case it is necessary to swap the wires in the block.

When connecting a standard radio, there is no universal arrangement of contacts. Based on installation experience, even on seemingly identical radios, there may be differences in connections.

Below are photographs of two standard radios installed on viburnums from the factory.

As you can see, the power and control circuits are swapped, despite the fact that this is the same radio model, which is installed from the factory and has the same part number.

If you connect it incorrectly, you are guaranteed to damage the comfortLIN module; at best, only the radio output; at worst, complete failure is possible. Be extremely careful.

Also, be careful when replacing the standard radio under warranty, it may well turn out that they will change it to the opposite option to yours.

In the photographs presented, it can be noted that the radios are distinguished by the presence of a radiator next to the connectors on the first, and its absence on the second. You can indirectly determine the position of the guides using this data, but there are no guarantees that there is no third option. Be prepared for surprises from AvtoVAZ and double check where you connect what.

The manufacturer installs audio systems of various types on Lada Kalina 2 and Lada Granta cars. In this review, we will look at the operation of the audio system (FM, USB, SD card, Bluetooth, Handsfree) with catalog number for Lada Granta: 2190-7900010-20 and Lada Kalina: 2190-7900010-40, the only difference between them is in the fastenings. These standard radios are Kalina 2 and Granta, installed on the “norm” package.

Tricks of audio preparation on Lada Kalina

Domestic Lada of the latest generation

Lada Kalina cars are produced from the factory in different configurations, which determines the price of the car. With a full configuration, the car has an audio system; with a standard configuration, only audio preparation is present.

Currently, it is difficult to imagine cars without additional devices: audio and video systems, air conditioning, parking sensors.

In most cases, Lada Kalina hatchback cars are equipped with a standard audio system at the factory. But cars are also produced with conventional audio preparation, which only involves connecting all the necessary wires to the audio system.

Radio capabilities

On the right side of the radio there is a USB connector, which is designed to connect:

USB Flash card (USB 2.0 and 3.0 up to 64 GB);
USB Flash player with a memory capacity of at least 1024 MB;
USB HDD with FAT32 file system;
Mobile phone (only in charging mode).

On the left side of the radio there is a slot for SD cards. SD Memory Card Slot: Supports SD, SDHC cards of size 32 X 24 X 2.1 mm. SDHC up to 32 GB, SD up to 32 GB.

The file allocation table (FAT) of the connected device must be version FAT16 (2 GB). The maximum number of primary partitions should be no more than 4. It is advisable that the directory tree of the connected device have no more than eight levels. There should be no more than 1000 files in one directory.

While playing files, the display shows all the necessary information about the track. The playback source is selected using the AUDIO button on the left side of the radio. The radio has equalizer presets (JAZZ, POP, CLASSICAL, VOCAL and USER). The range of timbre adjustments for bass, treble, balance, front/rear balance is from “-7” to “+7” units.

The radio has Bluetooth and Handsfree functions. You can connect your phone by long pressing the handset button. When pairing on the phone, the inscription “MMC12” should appear in the list of found devices, the default password is “0000”. After successful connection, the BT icon will appear on the display of the radio. There is no phone book on the Kalina 2 and Grant radio, but it is possible to save up to 6 numbers in the radio’s memory. The audio system also remembers the last outgoing and incoming calls. The manufacturer does not guarantee operation of a phone in Handsfree mode that uses two or more SIM cards.

The radio allows you to listen to audio files from your mobile phone. To do this, you need to connect your phone to the radio via Bluetooth and launch the player on your phone. The manufacturer states that certain cell phone models may not work correctly with this radio, but this is not a sign of a malfunction.

The Kalina 2 and Granta radio has its own battery, which allows you to save user settings after disconnecting the battery for 10 days.

Video review of the radio

The standard radio for Kalina 2 and Grant has all the necessary functions for a modern car. The audio system works flawlessly, there are no freezes, all operations are performed instantly. The build quality is at a high level. The only disadvantage is the lack of a CD/DVD drive, but nowadays discs are becoming a thing of the past. The standard radio of the Lada Kalina 2 and Granta without an LCD display is a good alternative for those who find physical buttons more convenient than a sensor.

Download the manual for operating the radio (from page 173): To download files you need to log in to the website

Let us remind you that AvtoVAZ installs radios with an LCD display on the “Lux” configuration.

Using my station wagon as an example, I would like to write a little about the standard audio preparation of the Lada Kalina. As far as I know now, all cars, starting with the “norm” configuration, have audio preparation, which includes:

Plugs for connecting the radio
Wires for front speakers
Wires for rear speakers

Now I will describe everything with photographs and in more detail below. So, the plugs for connecting the radio are located under the plug below the heater control unit. If you remove this plug, there will be two gray and brown connectors.

The radio is connected very simply, gray color is up, brown color is down. As for the wires in the front doors, to get to them you need to remove the front door trim. The example below shows the conclusions already in the door trim cut under the column:

But at first we had to search a little for the rear ones; on the left side the wire was quickly found, since it was located near the trunk light:

And the right one is located under the trunk trim, glued with tape to the metal of the rear arch, so you will first have to look for it with your hand under the trim or remove it altogether. Here is an example of the already routed wires:

Many potassium growers wrote that they don’t have any wires even at the “normal” level, but I was convinced of the opposite. For example, my 2011 Kalina Station Wagon. I tried to connect the rear wires to the speaker, everything works fine, the music flows. So installing music with standard audio preparation is as easy as shelling pears.

Speakers for viburnum, which ones to choose?

First, let's determine what size the standard speakers are in Kalina .

The speakers in the front doors measure 13cm.
The rear speakers on the Kalina sedan are 18cm, but you can manage to attach 17cm, or 9x6 pancakes.
Rear speakers for Kalina station wagon 16″, you can attach other sizes, starting from 13cm.
The rear speakers on the Kalina hatchback are installed in a shelf; the size for the “pancake” speakers is cut out as desired.

When choosing speakers for Kalina, keep in mind that the front speakers should be the main ones, and the rear ones should be secondary. Therefore, it is recommended to install 16cm instead of the standard front 13cm speakers. Learn more about which speakers to choose. Next, installing speakers in Kalina:

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Not long ago, AVTOVAZ began producing the Lada Kalina with a head unit. Previously, radio installation in Kalina was offered only by dealers in car showrooms as an additional service that was paid for by the client. Now the buyer has a choice between installing a music system with his own hands or buying a car with a head unit already installed.

Kalina sound installed

Technical characteristics of the head unit in the Kalina Lux selection:

2DIN touch screen;
presence of stereo radio;
ability to play multimedia files;
ability to synchronize with a mobile phone;
works with bluetooth.

Device development - WindowsCE 6.0. RAM - 128 MB. 5th generation CPU. These features cannot but please fans of AvtoVAZ products, because now driving a car has become much more enjoyable.

Kalina Radio Recorder: The Norma's technical specifications differ from the luxurious lack of a touch screen, Bluetooth connectivity and mobile phone synchronization. The size of the radio is 1DIN, removable panel. Some trim levels have 4 speakers and an antenna. The radio receives a wide range of radio waves, can play discs of different sizes, and work with USB drives and SD cards.

It's also funny that the car with the walkie-talkie went through all the special tests before going to the masses. They have been tested at extremely low and very high temperatures, and electrical compatibility has been verified by simulating the radio interference range.

When choosing a radio in your car, you must decide which media to use as the main one. This will save money. If, for example, a car enthusiast is sure that he does not need a CD or tape recorder, then why pay for a radio using these functions.

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For those who choose CD players, there is one small drawback that manufacturers are trying to combat - loss of music fragments due to shaking while traveling. But progress is not in place, and the mechanics are improving. Having an ISO in the car and, accordingly, in the audio device will simplify the connection. The presence of a USB adapter allows you to play music from different media.

When choosing a radio, you should pay attention to the power characteristics. They have the most and a low threshold. Higher power is rarely used except in extreme situations. The choice should be made according to the rated power, in other words, the one that is used in most cases. Often, manufacturers indicate only the highest values on the packaging, so when choosing, you should carefully consider the annotation (passport), and not the box.

Standard audio preparation

Plugs for connecting the radio
Wires for front speakers
Wires for rear speakers

But at first we had to search a little for the rear ones; on the left side the wire was quickly found, since it was located near the trunk light:

Installing speakers on the door

Before installing the speakers, you need to remove the door panel and make a suitable hole in it, which must correspond to the size of the purchased speakers.

Attach the speaker to the door panel with screws by inserting it into the prepared hole. Then select the necessary wires and connect them to the speakers. As a rule, the outside of the speaker is covered with a special mesh.

Speakers from 5 to 13 cm are installed on the front doors of the car. Sometimes skilled craftsmen manage to install 16-inch speakers - this has a positive effect on the sound quality. But large speakers can create some inconvenience in the cabin, especially for the driver. They will prevent the glove compartment lid from opening or interfere with the driver while driving the vehicle.

After installing an audio system in a Lada Kalina car, you may encounter two problems.

The radio does not turn on and there is no sound.
A short circuit has occurred and the fuse has blown.

Both of these problems are the result of improperly connected wires. There is only one way out - carefully check all connections, following the instructions.

The question that worries many buyers of Lada Kalina cars with audio equipment without a standard radio and speakers is whether the warranty is still valid if you install the audio system yourself. The answer is pleasing: warranty service is maintained. But often dealership employees scare their customers by refusing warranty service if the audio system is not installed in their showroom. In fact, this is a standard way of extorting money from a client.

Installing an audio system justifies the money spent on it and improves the sound quality of music in the car. But you need to take into account that the equipment capabilities declared by the manufacturer may be significantly overestimated.

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New AvtoVAZ radio, which does not have a “sensor”